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  • William Akehurst avatar

    Pursuing God's Heart - Reflecting His Mercy - Being Merciful

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 9, 2023
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     | 2,479 views

    The heart of the LORD is about Mercy towards us, and as HE gives mercy, we are also to be merciful to others. We love, because HE first loved us. We forgive, because HE first forgave us. We have mercy because HE first was merciful to us.

    2023.07.09.Sermon.The Heart of the LORD - Have Mercy William Akehurst, HSWC I was reflecting on the “Walk through the Bible” study we did a few years back, when we recognized the 1st three kings over Israel, and the words and hand motions to describe each. King Saul had no heart for the LORD King ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Selflessness: Fundamentals

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 14, 2010
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     | 5,898 views

    As we look at what it means to be a Christian the first fundamental issue we will look at is selflessness.

    Selflessness: Fundamentals July 11, 2010 Luke 9:23-27 Intro: One of the purposes of a sabbatical is to get some space from the day-to-day demands, to “step back” and gain some different perspectives, and to return with something new to offer. First I want to say “thank ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Triumphant In Temptation

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jan 18, 2008
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     | 4,371 views

    Temptation is as old as mankind, seen first in the Prototype in the Garden of Eden when the First Adam fell, but the Second Adam was Triumphant in the Wilderness from which we can be forearmed to meet Satan’s temptations.

    Why does God allow temptation? That, together with the origin of evil, are great mysteries and they’re closely related. The Bible gives us no explanation as to the ultimate origin of evil but is undoubtedly connected with the devil. When we open the pages of Scripture he already existed. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Christ #6 (1 Of 2 Of Eph. 1:15-23)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022
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    This will be the first of two messages dealing with verses 15-23. Paul had the same desire of any good pastor WHO KNOWS THE LORD. That is, HE KNEW THE LORD INTIMATELY and he wanted this congregation to also know the Lord INTIMATELY.

    Have you noticed that one of the hardest things in this life to do is keep good news a secret? Illus: Benjamin said, “Three may keep a secret, if two of them are dead.” Illus: Walter Winchell said, “I usually get my stuff from people who promised somebody else that they would keep it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Man In The Mirror

    Contributed by Lacy Scott on Aug 24, 2005
    based on 109 ratings
     | 55,998 views

    This sermon invites us to look inward instead of at others and fix us first.

    "The Man in the Mirror" Psalms 51:1-10; James 1:23-24 There comes a time in each and every one of our lives that we need to take a look at where we are and what we do. We need to examine ourselves and ask the question, “Am I doing my best to serve the Lord?” A lot of us when asking this question ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Calls His Shot

    Contributed by Bill Smith on Apr 6, 2010
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    What really happened that first Easter is that Jesus called his shot and made it

    April 4, 2010 John 20:1-18 A man is driving along a highway and sees a rabbit jump out across the middle of the road. He swerves to avoid hitting it, but unfortunately the rabbit jumps right in front of the car. The driver, a sensitive man as well as an animal lover, pulls over and gets out to see ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Life As A Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 20, 2012
     | 5,396 views

    A first person message from the viewpoint of a shepherd, speaking from Psalm 23.

    July 8, 2012 Psalm 23:1-6 Shalom!! My name is Michael ben Samuel. I am from the land of Palestine and I'm a shepherd. It is an honor for a man of my occupation to be allowed to stand here and speak with you today. You see in my nation shepherding is not looked upon with favor. For most of my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Have Reached Your Destination Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 5, 2025
     | 260 views

    God makes us promises, but He never tells us it’s going to be easy, just that He will be with us every step along the way.

    YOU HAVE REACHED YOUR DESTINATION Text: Acts 28:11-16 Introduction 1. “God’s promises are not always fulfilled as quickly as or in the way we might hope; they come according to His timing and in His ways.”— Dieter F. Uchtdorf 2. Jesus had promised Paul that he would make it to Rome where he would ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Don't Lose Your Bearings

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 7, 2017
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    If we will maintain a direction of love by stepping up, join up, pay up, give up, and God up we will never lose our bearings.

    Romans 13:8-14 “Don’t Lose Your Bearings?” Max Lucado visited Manhattan on 9/21/01, ten days after life was dramatically altered by planes tearing into the Pentagon and The World Trade Center Towers. While he was there a friend asked a taxi driver how he had been affected by the tragedy. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Obeying God's Commands Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 7, 2012
     | 8,606 views

    This is the first message in a series of seven. How do we know if we really know God? We live in a day when many people are not even interested in knowing God. They want to live like they want. To know God is the furthest thing from their minds.

    How do we know if we really know God? We live in a day when many people are not even interested in knowing God. They want to live like they want. To know God is the furthest thing from their minds. This is a very important spiritual issue because if God really exists, then those who reject Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Focusing In On A Vision

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 9, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 11,008 views

    God has a vision for your church. What steps can you, and your congregation, take to focus in on that vision? Here are some thoughts from Daniel.

    I grew up in a good size family. I have two older sisters, a younger brother and a younger sister. My oldest sister and my youngest sister are both adopted, and on top of that my parents had a number of foster children in our home while I was growing up. So we naturally had a Chevrolet Caprice ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Egypt And The Golden Calf Series

    Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 16, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 10,923 views

    Idolatry is not simply worshipping an idol. Idolatry is not giving God first place in our hearts.

    December 8, 2002 A. Review 1) Saturday evening—we studied “The Valley of Baca” a) From this study, we’ve learned that in our Christian journey towards the Promised Land we will experience some difficulty. This is the Valley of Baca. Also known as the Valley of Tears. 2) Saturday morning—we ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    God’s Prescription For The Soul Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 9, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,540 views

    The first sermon in a new series on Spiritual First Aid. This sermon looks at the spiritual side of physical ailments. It then looks at the Lord as our Great Physician, God's word as His prescription, and the vitality that forgiveness brings.

    Spiritual First Aid “God’s Prescription For The Soul” Introduction Physicians and psychologists along with the prescription drug industry would like us to think that all these diseases and problems, these maladies in which we are experiencing is the result of a some chemical imbalance, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Living Into God’s 'a' PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2025
    based on 4 ratings
     | 152 views

    God’s presence gives us courage and strength to face new challenges, assuring us that we are never alone as we step forward in faith.

    Some of us walked in today with a smile for others and a storm inside. You’ve been staring at a calendar date that scares you. There’s a chair at the table that sits empty. There’s a decision lurking in your inbox with your name on it. Life does that. It brings us to riverbanks we’ve never crossed, ...read more

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    God Is With You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,180 views

    This sermon encourages embracing God's comforting presence, drawing strength from His divine support, and stepping into the world with courage, knowing we are never alone.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. It is heartwarming to see each one of you here today, gathered in the spirit of fellowship and faith. As we come together in this sacred space, we are reminded of the comforting presence of our Heavenly Father, the strength that we draw from His divine ...read more

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